Job Description

Responsible for special assignments and completes them accurately and timely Accountable for complete patient care in the assigned area/ ward Makes a complete & quick assessment of patients on admission / at the beginning of the shifts and documents the same. Performs patient assessment and reassessment including risk assessment, skin assessment, history taking, escalation of critical lab values, formulates nursing care plan as per the assessment and document them appropriately Endorses patients and assigned tasks to the next shift completely and correctly Providing Nursing care as per protocols: including periodic vital recording, administration of IV fluids and medications, and blood transfusions, recording of ECG, maintaining personal hygiene, preparing for /getting done the investigations etc. Performs nursing procedures such as IV cannulation, sample collection, Ryles tube feeding, tracheostomy suctioning and assists in procedures such as suturing/ suture removal, dressing, lumbar puncture, pleural/ ascetic tapping etc. Demonstrates awareness of potential /actual risks of infection and modes of transmission and follows infection control protocols Maintains continuity of care through clear and concise (verbal and written) communication. Maintains required quantity of medicines, CSSD and medical consumables Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient and family. Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel as required without delay. Implements emergency life resuscitative measures according to BLS protocols. Documents care rendered in clear, complete, and concise manner and in compliance with protocols. Undertakes patient and family education and documents the same. Participates actively in the unit-based and organizational quality improvement programs. Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, family and visitors. Uses equipment safely and efficiently and takes responsibility of the inventory of the unit. Make entries in Hospital Information System correctly and accurately Upholds the nursing code of ethics and acts as a role model to other staff Members. Facilitates smooth discharge as per the protocols and doctors advice. Performs nursing procedures in accordance with the protocols as in nursing manual Demonstrates willingness to accommodate the staffing requirements Any other job ,which deemed fit for the role as assigned